Loss of rear brakes
Defect Summary
Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain 2025-2026 flhc, fxbb, fxlrs, and fxlrst softail motorcycles. The rear brake line may contact the body control module (bcm), resulting in a hole in the brake line, a brake fluid leak, and loss of the rear brakes.
Safety Consequence
Loss of the rear brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Harley-davidson will replace the bcm caddy and associated hardware, free of charge. In addition, the rear brake line will be inspected and, if damaged, will be replaced along with associated parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 27, 2026. Owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov april 16, 2025.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Harley-davidson Motor Company or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 26V234000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V234000?
NHTSA recall 26V234000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on April 13, 2026. It addresses: Loss of rear brakes. The recall affects approximately 16,994 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V234000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0192. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.